The Glimmerglass Festival seeks a Production Administrator for its 2026 Summer Festival Season.


The Production Administrator works as a member of a nine-person Production Administration team; they report to the Production Manager and work alongside a Costume Administrator, a Costume Administration Apprentice, a Production Administrator Apprentice, and the Safety Department.


The primary goals of the position include facilitating Production department accounting and reconciling all purchases/shipping/returns; distributing information to the Production Shops; facilitating independent contractor and designer travel/lodging/shipping arrangements as well as any fees or reimbursements owed; shipping between the contractors and the Production shop; purchasing and distribution of Production Shop supplies; works as the Office Manager for the Production building; leads the organization of Shop Party; facilitates and organizes key and radio distribution; assisting with the preparation for, setup, and breakdown of Seminars and Orientations; and assisting with Crew Meals.


Much of the work this position performs involves remaining in a stationary position during the shift; and involves moving boxes of supplies. The ability to drive with a clean license, a working knowledge of computers and word/excel, Google Drive, some understanding of Production shop terminology, and experience in administrative organization are desired.


Projects will primarily be worked on independently with the direction of the Production Manager and the Director of Production. The responsibilities of this position require the employee to be physically present on campus to complete the tasks assigned. This position has offices or workspaces that require the employee to climb flights of stairs. Additional training, workshops, and seminars may be provided during the season.


This is a seasonal position; employees who work well within the team are often asked to return for subsequent seasons. Commitment to safe work habits and shop practices is essential. Must be willing to abide by Glimmerglass Festival+rsquo;s current and potential future health and wellness policies.


This position runs April 6 (flexible) to August 23, 2026. $18.80/Hr. Housing provided.


The Glimmerglass Festival seeks to hire persons of all backgrounds, lived experiences, and identities. Developing and investing in our employees is our highest priority to achieve an environment that fosters company wide success. The Festival aims to employ individuals at varying stages of their careers, who have a desire to work for a leading arts organization that values professional and personal growth through collaboration and commitment to creating the highest quality product possible. In order to learn more about the initiatives and actions we are taking to make progress in these areas, please visit our website, HERE.

The Glimmerglass Festival is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.


The hiring process is highly competitive; some positions are filled as early as November. Early applications are encouraged. All positions will be posted for two weeks prior to the start of the interview process and applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. This job was posted on November 12, 2025.


To apply, please prepare a Cover Letter and Resume (including three references) in a single PDF document. Submit and complete the application process by clicking HERE, or by going to our Glimmerglass Website Employment Page, and filling out the Employment Application Form.